BLACK TORCH vs The Apothecary Diaries
The Apothecary Diaries is the older of the two (2023 against 2026). Both are animation, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
BLACK TORCH
The Apothecary Diaries| BLACK TORCH | The Apothecary Diaries | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 0.0/10 | ★ 8.7/10 |
| Year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Seasons | 1 | 1 |
| Genres | Animation, Mystery | Animation, Drama, Mystery |
| Country | – | JP |
| Creator / director | – | – |
| Main cast | Nobuhiko Okamoto, Ryota Suzuki, Sayaka Senbongi, Hochu Otsuka, Toshiyuki Morikawa | Aoi Yuuki, Takeo Otsuka, Katsuyuki Konishi |
Synopsis
BLACK TORCH
Jiro Azuma is no average high schooler. A descendant of ninjas and trained in the ancient warrior art of the shinobi, Jiro is also able to talk with animals. After a mysterious encounter with an injured cat named Rago, Jiro discovers the feline is actually the legendary Black Star of Doom! Joined by the Bureau of Espionage, they fight off swarms of mononoke lying in wait to exploit Rago’s powers.
The Apothecary Diaries
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
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